Principal / Associate Civil Engineer

Aldwych Consulting Ltd; Manchester; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A multidisciplinary consulting firm in Manchester is seeking a Principal/Associate Engineer with experience in leading projects and multidisciplinary teams. The ideal candidate will manage technical responsibilities, communicate effectively, and mentor team members. This position offers a competitive salary between £55k and £65k plus additional benefits, along with the chance to shape and grow the Manchester office within a supportive environment. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Opportunity for professional development

Autonomy over project direction

Qualifications

• Strong technical grounding and collaborative approach.
• Experience in leading multidisciplinary teams.
• Interest in mentoring and developing others.

Responsibilities

• Take technical responsibility for design documents.
• Lead project delivery and coordinate with clients.
• Manage project resources and financial performance.

Skills

Technical responsibility for drawings

Confident use of Civil 3D

Problem-solving skills

Management of project programmes

Strong communication skills

Tools

Civil 3D

CAD

Job description

Principal / Associate Engineer - Manchester
£55,000 - £65,000 + Benefits (circa £4,000)
Multi-Disciplianrty Consultancy

An established consultancy is continuing to expand its Manchester presence and is looking for a Principal or Associate Engineer who wants to step into a role with real influence. This is a great chance to join a new and ambitious team where you'll be able to make your mark from day one.

You'll work across a wide mix of projects, lead multidisciplinary teams, support and mentor others, and play a key part in shaping the future of the Manchester office. If you enjoy variety, autonomy and the opportunity to help build something, this role will suit you well.

The Role

• Taking technical responsibility for drawings, calculations, reports and design documents—both your own and those produced by others
• Confident use of Civil 3D, CAD and other design/analysis tools, and supporting colleagues as they develop these skills
• Solving technical challenges and delivering practical, well-considered engineering solutions
• Applying current design standards and a clear understanding of CDM (2015) duties
• Helping refine internal processes to ensure consistent, high-quality project delivery
• Identifying and managing risks on your projects
• Supporting and mentoring team members in their technical development
• Carrying out site visits to understand constraints and monitor construction progress
• Leading project delivery and coordinating with clients, stakeholders and third parties
• Communicating technical information clearly to technical and non‑technical audiences
• Managing project programmes, resources and financial performance
• Preparing fee proposals and cost estimates
• Building and maintaining strong, positive client relationships
• Taking responsibility for ongoing professional development
• Helping promote the business and contributing to the growth of the Manchester team

About You

You’ll be someone who enjoys taking the lead, building relationships and finding practical solutions. Strong technical grounding, a collaborative approach and an interest in developing others will all help you thrive in this role.

Why This Role?

• Salary between £55k and £65k, plus benefits worth around £4k
• Join a team in growth mode, with genuine influence over the direction of the office
• Plenty of autonomy and opportunity to lead
• Supportive environment with room to broaden your skills
• Varied, interesting work across multiple sectors

If you’d like to explore this opportunity further, get in touch for a confidential conversation.

Will Herman

Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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